26 March 2024

9 Of The Best Vegetarian Easter Recipes

Find some of the best recipes for entertaining at Easter. From hot cross buns to slow cooker stews, leave it to us.

What Is Easter?

Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Families come together for special church services, fun gatherings, and beloved traditions like Easter egg hunts and sharing Easter baskets filled with treats.

When Is Easter?

Easter typically falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon, which is around March 21st. Therefore, Easter can vary in date but usually falls between late March and late April. This year, Easter Sunday is on the 31st of March.

What Do You Eat On Easter Sunday?

On Easter Sunday, families and friends gather to enjoy a delicious feast together. You'll often find a spread of comforting dishes like roasted lamb or ham, accompanied by flavourful sides such as roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes. Brunch favourites like quiche and pastries also make an appearance, along with sweet treats like Easter eggs and chocolate bunnies.

Easter Breakfast Ideas

Vegan Hot Cross Buns With Orange Zest & Pear: Give these vegan hot cross buns a go for the perfect Easter breakfast. Complete with orange zest and chunks of fresh pear.

Chocolate Orange Baked Porridge: Baked porridge for breakfast! The recipe uses cacao powder, orange zest and orange segments to create a super chocolatey and citrusy breakfast.

Easter Spinach Eggs: An ideal breakfast option for Easter morning that's quick and easy. Perfect for your little sprouts as well!

Orange Zest & Pear Hot Cross Buns (vegan)

Try our vegan hot cross buns, using pear, orange zest, cinnamon, mixed spice and raisins for all the traditional flavours with a twist.

baked porridge in small baking dish and oddbox plate

Chocolate Orange Baked Porridge

Baked porridge for breakfast! The recipe uses cacao powder, orange zest and orange segments to create a super chocolatey and citrusy breakfast.

Easter Spinach Eggs

Guest chef Camille Aubert @callherchef

Recipes For Easter Dinner

Every recipe here incorporates a seasonal ingredient, guaranteeing freshness and flavour. For more information on the fruits and vegetables in season this March, see our blog.

Slow Cooker Moroccan Stew: A warming, comforting and nutritious meal packed with colours and flavours. Made from seasonal ingredients, just throw all your ingredients into a slow cooker and you're done.

Whole Roasted Harissa Cauliflower: Whole cauliflower smothered in a spicy oil and baked until tender. A simple vegetarian main and an impressive alternative to your traditional Easter dinner.

Spicy Miso Braised Leek & Noodles: Ready in 20 minutes, these braised leeks with garlic and miso tossed in ramen noodles tick all the boxes; spicy, seasonal and delicious.

Slow Cooker Moroccan Swede & Lentils Stew

A warming, comforting and nutritious meal packed with colours and flavours. Made from staple ingredients, just throw all your ingredients into a slow cooker and you're done. No slow cooker? No problem. Check the subs section for our pressure cooker and on the hob cooking tips.

Whole Roasted Harissa Cauliflower

Whole cauliflower smothered in a spicy oil and baked until tender. A simple vegetarian main and an impressive alternative to your traditional sunday roast.

Spicy Miso Braised Leeks with Noodles

Ready in 20 minutes, these braised leeks with garlic and miso tossed in ramen noodles tick all the boxes.

Easter Dessert Recipes

Carrot Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting: A classic Easter dessert. Make the most of your carrots with this moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. The carrots are grated with their skins to add a lovely sweetness and moisture to the cake.

Clementine Chocolate Fondant Pots: Indulge in this classic clementine zest and chocolate dessert, with a melt-in-the-middle centre. Easy to make and perfect for a post-Easter dinner treat.

Chocolate & Orange Flapjacks: Indulge in the delightful combination of dark chocolate and orange flapjacks for a delicious Easter weekend bake, perfect for enjoying as an afternoon treat with a cup of tea.

carrot cake and piece of carrot cake served on a plate

Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Make the most of your carrots with this moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting. The carrots are grated with their skins to add a lovely sweetness and moisture to the cake. Serve as a dessert or sweet afternoon treat.